Mineshaft Grinder

Kenai Mountain Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area (KMTA NHA) celebrates the mining history in Hope, Alaska by encouraging racers up Palmer Creek Road in the Mineshaft Grinder. This event is a fundraiser for the Hope School and the community programs of the KMTA NHA

Participants choose between biking or running in the Gold, Silver, or Quartz Grinders.

• The Gold Grinder is an uphill-only bike race for riders to grind up 1900’ over 11 miles to the end of Palmer Creek Road. 
• The Silver Grinder is a 1/2 Marathon to the Nearhouse Mine Trail on Palmer Creek Road and back to Hope School.
• The Quartz Grinder is an 8.5-mile round-trip run to the top of the switchbacks on Palmer Creek Road and back to the Hope School.

COST: 

Early Bird Pricing Through July 16th

• Gold Grinder: $50
• Silver Grinder: $60
• Quartz Grinder: $50

Pricing July 17th - July 31st

• Gold Grinder: $60
• Silver Grinder: $70
• Quartz Grinder: $60

Pricing August 1st - August 11th at NOON

• Gold Grinder: $70
• Silver Grinder: $80
• Quartz Grinder: $70

Day of Race Registration - August 12th

• Gold Grinder: $80
• Silver Grinder: $90
• Quartz Grinder: $80

This is a non-refundable race. Bib transfers are allowed.

This race is under permit with Chugach National Forest Service.